Yorwaste are currently moving into an exciting phase of growth and development, and we are searching for a skilled, influential, and passionate individual to join our team. Are you looking for that next challenge, eager to contribute to our Transport team’s journey towards achieving another milestone in excellence?
Salary: Starting at £28,292.38, up to £34,292 per year with on-target earnings
Contract: Permanent, full-time, 40 hours’ per week
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am until 5:00pm
Benefits: 20 days’ holiday, increasing to 25 days’ with continuous service, plus bank holidays, pension, store discounts, plus additional £1,000 on-call annual allowance
Location: Thirsk or York (Harewood Whin), North Yorkshire
“Our focus is to deliver the efficient and smooth running of Yorwaste fleet while complying with regulations and always aiming for the highest standards.”
You will be hands-on with great organisational skills, with strong attention to detail and the ability to solve problems in a fast-paced environment. Being able to demonstrate good experience of using all Microsoft Office IT programs is important, as well as ideally having experience in the use of logistics and waste management systems (these may include FTA Vision and PurGo).
Based at our Thirsk or Harewood Whin (York) site, you will be responsible for ensuring that services in your allocated area are delivered in the most profitable and efficient way possible. Working alongside other planners, customer services advisors, as well as the transport and driver team, you will deliver a customer focused, cost efficient and compliant service for the business.
As Transport Planner you will learn all mode types here at Yorwaste, including Bulk Haulage, Hooklift and Skips as well as Recycling Collection Vehicles. Previous experience of transport & logistics or waste management would be a real advantage for this role.
It is essential that the successful candidate;
- Can demonstrate a high level of IT competency.
- Focuses on delivering an excellent customer experience.
- Strong organisational skills and great time management capabilities.
- Demonstrate understanding of compliance in relation to all transport related services or the enthusiasm to learn.
- Have appreciation, or developing awareness, of the complexities of a multi-functional operation and a diverse and multi-skilled workforce.
- Have awareness of health and safety legislation and requirements.
- Be willing and able to attend an FTA Operator Awareness course every three years.
For a more in-depth description of the roles and responsibilities, read the Transport Planner Job Description
About Us
Yorwaste is North Yorkshire’s leading waste management company, passionate about supporting community and local environment, while delivering a warm and professional customer experience. We believe in investing in our team and the tools you need to succeed. Currently our sites achieve over 90% recycling rates to help keep North Yorkshire looking beautiful.
Joining us at Yorwaste is more than just a job. We strive to provide our team with a long-term stable career, training and development, and a positive engaging working environment. As an equal opportunity’s employer, alongside our commitment to inclusion and diversity, we take pride in supporting the development of North Yorkshire and its people.
Our vision at Yorwaste is to create a cleaner, greener future. We aim to be at the forefront of the industry, committed to reducing environmental impact of waste, whilst supporting our customers to make more sustainable choices. We treat safety as our priority at all times, seek new ways to make the most of what we have to achieve our goals and solve problems, as well as being knowledgeable, credible and taking pride in what we do.
Our Offer
We are offering a salary starting at £28,292.38 per year, up to £34,292 per year with on target earnings, on a full-time, permanent contract. You will receive 20 days’ holiday per year, plus bank holidays, increasing annually (1 day per years’ service completed) to 25 days’ after 5 years’ continuing employment. This is a permanent position, working full-time with the option for additional annual on-call payment of £1,000 for one morning and evening per week.
At Yorwaste you will have access to a company pension as well as benefits and discounts such as a cycle to work scheme. Through our Employee Assistance programme we offer great access to health and wellbeing resources as well as acknowledging and rewarding great health and safety procedure, innovative ideas and recognition for long service with us.
How to Apply
To apply please complete an online application form and upload a current CV. You can also apply by sending these documents direct in an email to bradley.naylor@northyorks.gov.uk. If you have further questions at this stage, please call Bradley on 01609 534365 for an informal discussion about the role and the recruitment process.
Closing date for applications is midnight on Wednesday 2nd August 2023.
Interviews are planned to take place week commencing Monday 7th August 2023.
It is important that your CV includes your full contact details, employment history, any qualifications and explanation of any gaps in employment or experiences. Your supporting statement should outline your motivation for applying and how you meet the criteria for the role. Interviews may take place throughout the recruitment process, and we reserve the right to remove this vacancy before the proposed deadline in the event of the position being filled, or a high number of applications are received.
Yorwaste is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff. We welcome applications from individuals regardless of age, any disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion, or belief.
We will not accept applications from agencies and can only consider applications from individuals with right to work within the UK.
Closing date: 2nd August 2023
About Us
Yorwaste is North Yorkshire’s leading waste management company, passionate about supporting community and local environment, while delivering a warm and professional customer experience. We believe in investing in our team and the tools you need to succeed. Currently our sites achieve over 90% recycling rates to help keep North Yorkshire looking beautiful.
Joining us at Yorwaste is more than just a job. We strive to provide our team with a long-term stable career, training and development, and a positive engaging working environment. As an equal opportunity’s employer, alongside our commitment to inclusion and diversity, we take pride in supporting the development of North Yorkshire and its people.
Our vision at Yorwaste is to create a cleaner, greener future. We aim to be at the forefront of the industry, committed to reducing environmental impact of waste, whilst supporting our customers to make more sustainable choices. We treat safety as our priority at all times, seek new ways to make the most of what we have to achieve our goals and solve problems, as well as being knowledgeable, credible and taking pride in what we do.
Our Offer
We are offering a salary starting at £28,292.38 per year, up to £34,292 per year with on target earnings, on a full-time, permanent contract. You will receive 20 days’ holiday per year, plus bank holidays, increasing annually (1 day per years’ service completed) to 25 days’ after 5 years’ continuing employment. This is a permanent position, working full-time with the option for additional annual on-call payment of £1,000 for one morning and evening per week.
At Yorwaste you will have access to a company pension as well as benefits and discounts such as a cycle to work scheme. Through our Employee Assistance programme we offer great access to health and wellbeing resources as well as acknowledging and rewarding great health and safety procedure, innovative ideas and recognition for long service with us.
